The college recruiting landscape is filled with empty promises and misleading claims. Many services peddle the notion that simply paying exorbitant fees and entering your name into a database will somehow magically attract college coaches. Unfortunately, that’s not how the world operates.

Success is never handed to you on a silver platter. It is earned through hard work and determination. We understand this fundamental truth and developed a powerful software solution designed to give student-athletes and their families a competitive edge in the recruiting process.

Our platform doesn’t rely on gimmicks or false hopes. Instead, it strategically positions you to be proactive and seize opportunities in pursuit of your collegiate dreams. Let Empower U Recruiting be your guide on this journey and equip you with the tools, and a strategy, to stand out and achieve your goals. Collaboratively, we can help navigate the stressful world of college recruiting with purpose and integrity, and embrace the challenges on your path to collegiate excellence.

College athletic recruiting is a two-way street where both athletes and coaches are on a path to find the perfect match. As an aspiring college athlete, your journey involves crafting a compelling recruit identity, strategizing a plan and executing it.

The recruiting process is a voyage of self-discovery. It begins by helping coaches uncover your raw talent and athletic potential. More importantly, it facilitates a deeper evaluation of your abilities in the classroom and through your character and interests. Ultimately, the goal is to reach a mutually beneficial agreement which aligns your aspirations with the right program.

Throughout this journey, you’ll gain valuable insights about yourself. You’ll hone essential life skills and learn how to effectively promote yourself. This experience will serve as a dress rehearsal for future job searches and equip you with the tools to secure rewarding opportunities.

To stand out in the competitive college recruiting landscape, you'll want to understand the needs of the college team and coach. Explore the schools athletic and academic websites to learn more about the coach, the team, their athletic programs and academics. Watch videos of their games, or the players and coaches at camps, and try to gain a sense of their culture and coaching style. Then, build relationships through personalized communication.

Frame your athletic and academic strengths, along with relevant character traits in a way that excites coaches at your target schools. Your recruit identity must be genuine and a concise statement for introducing you to college coaches. Think of it as your 30 second elevator pitch.

All of your marketing content should reinforce this and you should consider these factors in creating your profile:

Athletic Talent: Athleticism/physical traits, multiple sports, special abilities (elite level offensive/defensive skill), right-handed/left-handed, ambidextrous.

Evidence of Impact: Key stats, awards, note-worthy achievements and contributions to your team’s success.

Academics: All necessary standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) and relevant academic information.

Distinguishable Traits: What would your coaches and teammates like or say about you?

When searching for colleges, it’s crucial to be realistic about your athletic and academic abilities. For the best chance of success, target schools where your athletic talent matches or exceeds the current roster. Additionally, ensure your academic credentials place you within the top 50% or higher of admitted freshman.

Utilize your target list, considering factors like your sport, desired educational experience, location and preferred environment (i.e. enrollment size) and relevant financials (i.e. tuition, room and board). Research each school and gain in-depth knowledge about their athletic programs and offerings. Using what you’ve learned, craft personalized introductory emails to the coaches. Highlight your specific interest in their university and athletic program and demonstrate your enthusiasm. This personalized approach will set you apart and convey your desire to attend and contribute to their institution.

By realistically assessing your abilities, identifying well-matched schools, and reaching out with personalized communications, you increase your chances of finding the ideal college experience.